Agenda and minutes

“I would like to remind everyone present that this meeting will be broadcast live to the internet (or filmed) and will be capable of repeated viewing (or another use by such third parties).

Therefore, by entering the Conference Suite and using the seating area, you are consenting to being filmed and to the possible use of those images and sound recordings for webcasting and/or training purposes.

Please could I also remind Members of the Public who have registered to speak that they will be admitted to the meeting at the appropriate time.”

The Chairman made a short address to remind all present that the meeting would be broadcast on the Internet, and that the Council had adopted a protocol for the webcasting of its meetings. The Sub-Committee noted the Council’s Protocol for Webcasting of Council and Other Meetings.

The Chairman welcomed members of the public to the meeting and outlined the procedures and arrangements adopted by the Council to enable persons to address the Sub-Committee, in relation to the determination of applications for planning permission. The Sub-Committee noted the advice provided for the public and speakers in attendance at Council Planning Sub-Committee meetings.

To confirm the minutes of the last meeting of the Sub-Committee held on 23 June 2021.

RESOLVED:

That the minutes of the meeting held on 23 June 2021 be taken as read and signed by the Chairman as a correct record, subject to an amendment that Councillor P Stalker had also given his apologies.

To declare interests in any item on this agenda.

(a)          Pursuant to the Council’s Members’ Code of Conduct, Councillor L Burrows declared a non-pecuniary interest in the following item of the agenda by virtue of living close by. The Councillor had determined that he would leave the meeting for the consideration and voting thereon:

·                     EPF/0991/21 – 189 Lindsey Street, Epping CM16 6RF

(b)          Pursuant to the Members’ Code of Conduct, Councillor C Whitbread declared a non-pecuniary interest in the following item of the agenda by virtue of being the managing director of a company that would have been involved in this transaction, albeit some time ago. As the Councillor had joined the meeting late during this item he had determined that he would leave the meeting henceforth for the consideration and voting thereon:

·                     EPF/0536/21 – 67 Hemnall Street, Epping CM16 4LZ

(c)          Pursuant to the Members’ Code of Conduct, Councillor C Whitbread declared a non-pecuniary interest in the following item of the agenda by virtue of being the managing director of a company that would have been involved in this transaction, albeit some time ago. The Councillor had determined that he would leave the meeting for the consideration and voting thereon:

·                     EPF/0991/21 – 189 Lindsey Street, Epping CM16 6RF

Section 100B(4)(b) of the Local Government Act 1972, requires that the permission of the Chairman be obtained, after prior notice to the Chief Executive, before urgent business not specified in the agenda (including a supplementary agenda of which the statutory period of notice has been given) may be transacted.

It was noted that there was no other urgent business for consideration by the Sub-Committee.

A Planning Policy Briefing Note (March 2018) has been produced by the Planning Policy Team to ensure that a consistent approach is taken to the provision of planning policy advice for the District, particularly in relation to the Epping Forest District Local Plan Submission Version, which was published on 18 December 2017.

The primary purpose of the Planning Policy Briefing Note is to inform the development management process and to provide assistance for Development Management Officers, Councillors, applicants and planning agents. The Planning Policy Briefing Note is available at:

http://www.efdclocalplan.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Planning-Policy-Briefing-Note_Mar-2018.pdf

It was noted that the Epping Forest District Local Plan Submission Version Planning Policy Briefing note was available at:

http://www.efdclocalplan.org/wpcontent/uploads/2018/03/Planning-Policy-Briefing-Note_Mar-2018.pdf

Members are reminded that for the duration of the coronavirus pandemic, as decided at the Group Leaders’ Meeting of 24 June 2020, no member site visits will be conducted.

Therefore, any planning application deferred for a site visit at an Area Planning Sub-Committee will be automatically referred to the District Development Management Committee for determination.

The Sub-Committee Members noted that for the duration of the coronavirus pandemic, any planning applications deferred for a site visit at an Area Planning Sub-Committee would be automatically referred to the District Development Management Committee (or Council) for determination.

There were no formal site visits requested by the Sub-Committee. However, in light of the Government’s relaxation of Covid guidelines on 19 July 2021, Councillor J Philip asked if the Leader could review this restriction on site visits as soon as possible.

To consider the attached report for the erection of 8 three bedroom houses including new access from Millfield, provision of parking spaces, amenity space and landscaping (revision to withdrawn application EPF/0403/17).

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Withdrawn prior to Committee

To consider the attached report for the proposed demolition of existing outbuilding, single storey rear extension and two side dormers (Amended application to EPF/0079/20).

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Application description changed to above from - Proposed demolition of existing outbuilding, single storey rear extension and two side dormers (Amended application to EPF/0079/20)

CONDITIONS

To consider the attached report for the demolition of the existing dwelling and erection of a two storey detached dwelling.

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CONDITIONS

To consider the attached report for a single storey side and rear extension.

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INFORMATIVE ADDED - Legal changes under The Water Industry (Scheme for the Adoption of private sewers) Regulations 2011 mean that the sections of pipes you share with your neighbours, or are situated outside of your property boundary which connect to a public sewer are likely to have transferred to Thames Water's ownership. Should your proposed building work fall within 3 metres of these pipes we recommend you contact Thames Water to discuss their status in more detail and to determine if a building over! near to agreement is required. You can contact Thames Water on 0845 850 2777 or for more information please visit our website at www.thameswater.co.uk

Surface Water Drainage - With regard to surface water drainage it is the responsibility of a developer to make proper provision for drainage to ground, water courses or a suitable sewer. In respect of surface water it is recommended that the applicant should ensure that storm flows are attenuated or regulated into the receiving public network through on or off site storage. When it is proposed to connect to a combined public sewer, the site drainage should be separate and combined at the final manhole nearest the boundary. Connections are not permitted for the removal of groundwater. Where the developer proposes to discharge to a public sewer, prior approval from Thames Water Developer Services will be required. They can be contacted on 0845 850 2777. Reason:  to ensure that the surface water discharge from the site shall not be detrimental to the existing sewerage system.

CONDITIONS

To consider the attached report for a first floor extension with front and rear dormers including Juliet balcony at rear.

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CONDITIONS